Drinks with the Girls®

Drinks With the Girls🍸☕ is the go-to midlife podcast for women over 40 navigating motherhood, grief, self-reinvention, launching kids, and rediscovering purpose. Hosts Karen Shatafian and Lisa Corricello-McDowell—two moms, small business owners, and longtime friends—share real talk, raw stories, and honest conversations about female friendship, being an empty nester, personal growth, and what it really means to start over in midlife.

Drinks with the Girls® is a society podcast hosted by Karen Shatafian and Lisa Corricello-McDowell, with 112 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Karen Shatafian and Lisa Corricello-McDowell hosts Drinks with the Girls®, a society show with 112 episodes published.

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  Episode #116

  Mixtape: The 80s

  Aug 18, 20261h 3m

  If you grew up in the ’80s, this nostalgic trip through ’80s music, MTV, Brat Pack movies, fashion, first concerts, and teenage crushes is about to unlock memories you didn’t even know you still had. Karen and Lisa are cracking open the Drinks With the Girls vault for a Mixtape episode that takes us straight back to the decade of Aqua Net, mixtapes, Levi’s 501s, Contempo Casuals, MTV premieres, and waiting FOREVER for your favorite video to finally come on. From the very important debate of Rob Lowe vs. Andrew McCarthy (friendships could be tested) to Molly Ringwald, the Brat Pack, Madonna, Duran Duran, Rick Springfield, Adam Ant, Live Aid, first concerts, questionable hairstyles, and the absolute magic of ’80s music, Karen and Lisa revisit the pop culture that helped shape a generation. But underneath all that glorious nostalgia is something that hits differently in midlife: remembering who we were before we became who everyone needed us to be. The teenage girl who felt like an outsider. The one figuring out where she belonged. The one dancing in her bedroom, making mixtapes, crushing hard, and imagining the woman she might someday become. This episode is for every Gen X woman who hears an ’80s song and is instantly 16 again—and for anyone who could use a funny, joyful reminder that the girl you used to be is still very much a part of the woman you are now. Grab your drink, turn up the ’80s playlist, and come hang out with us. And be prepared to answer the question that really matters: Andrew McCarthy or Rob Lowe? ____________________________________________________________________ ☕ What We Were Drinking: Juneshine - Hard Kombucha Lisa’s Arbonne Cocktail Email her for 35-45% off here Documentaries "Brats" "Live Aid: Against All Odds" : "I Am Patrick Swayze" "Valley Girl" (1983 - Trailer) Watch it! Too many places to list here! ______________________________________________________________Want your very own piece of @DrinksWithTheGirls for half the cost of one bougie cocktail per month? Enjoy exclusive bonus ad free content in After Hours. Head to Patreon and join the community! https://www.patreon.com/cw/DrinksWiththeGirlsPodcast Takeaways — What Do YOU Think? We want to hear from you! Drop your thoughts in the comments, or send us an email at drinkswiththegirlspodcast@gmail.com . Whether it's a story, a laugh, or a “yep, been there”—we love hearing how our episodes land with you. Stay Connected Follow, like, and join the conversation: Instagram: @drinkswiththegirlspod Facebook: Drinks With the Girls Podcast Pinterest: Drinks With the Girls Podcast YouTube: Drinks With the Girls Channel Website: www.drinkswiththegirlspodcast.com Reach Out Got a question, idea, or just want to say hi? We’re all ears. Email us anytime: drinkswiththegirlspodcast@gmail.com Connect with your hosts: ✨ Karen Shatafian – https://karenshatafian.substack.com/ ✨ Lisa Corricello-McDowell – www.nextlevellifewithlisa.com

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  Episode #114

  Honest Stories from Three Moms of Transgender Kids

  Aug 11, 202656 min

  Parenting a transgender child can bring up love, fear, questions, and unexpected growth—and these honest stories from three moms of transgender kids remind us that none of us has to navigate life's biggest moments alone. Karen and Lisa sit down with three remarkable mothers who share the deeply personal journeys of supporting their transgender children with honesty, vulnerability, and unwavering love. Together, they talk about the emotions no one prepares you for—the surprise, the fear, the mistakes, the learning, and the powerful realization that parenting isn't about having all the answers. It's about showing up. Through heartfelt conversations and real-life moments, these moms offer compassion instead of perfection, proving that it's possible to stumble, grow, and strengthen your relationship with your child along the way. If you're raising teenagers or young adults, navigating changing family dynamics, questioning your own assumptions, or simply want to better understand the experiences of families with transgender kids, this conversation will leave you feeling more informed, more connected, and more hopeful. Because at the end of the day, every child deserves to be loved for exactly who they are—and every parent deserves the grace to learn alongside them. ____________________________________________________________________ ☕ What We Were Drinking: Sovany Organic Tangerine Sparkling Water HopWtr - Ruby Red Grapefruit Mingle Pineapple Paloma Lime Polar Selzer Spindrift Grapefruit Selzer Vocab Trans - Trans means across, beyond, or a short form of transgender. It has different meanings depending on how you use it Cisgender - Cisgender means a person whose gender identity matches the sex they were given at birth. It is the opposite of transgender. For example, a person born with a female body who feels and lives as a woman is a cisgender woman Non-Binary - a person does not identify exclusively as a man or a woman. Their internal sense of gender falls outside the traditional male-or-female binary system, existing instead as a mix of genders, neither gender, or a fluid identity over time. Gender Identity - An internal, deeply felt sense of being male, female, both, or neither. When someone asks for "your pronouns," they are asking how you prefer to be referred to in the third person (e.g., she/her, he/him, or they/them). Sharing these words replaces the need to guess and shows respect for someone's identity and feelings. Misgender - to refer to a person using words, pronouns, or gendered titles that do not match their true gender identity. It often happens to transgender or non-binary people Sex - your biological sex, usually sorted as male or female. This label is based on physical traits like genes, hormones, and body parts. Gender - the social, cultural, and psychological roles, behaviors, and identities that a society connects to being a man, woman, or another identity. Gender euphoria - the deep joy, comfort, or sense of peace people feel when their inner gender identity matches how they express themselves, how their body looks, or how other people treat them. It is often seen as the opposite of gender dysphoria, which is the stress caused by a mismatch with one's assigned sex at birth. While mostly used by transgender and nonbinary individuals, anyone can experience this feeling of alignment. Smith College - all female. Lisa and the panelist’s alma mater ____________________________________________________________________ Want your very own piece of @DrinksWithTheGirls for half the cost of one bougie cocktail per month? Enjoy exclusive bonus ad free content in After Hours. Head to Patreon and join the community! https://www.patreon.com/cw/DrinksWiththeGirlsPodcast Takeaways — What Do YOU Think? We want to hear from you! Drop your thoughts in the comments, or send us an email at drinkswiththegirlspodcast@gmail.com . Whether it's a story, a laugh, or a “yep, been there”—we love hearing how our episodes land with you. Stay Connected Follow, like, and join the conversation: Instagram: @drinkswiththegirlspod Facebook: Drinks With the Girls Podcast Pinterest: Drinks With the Girls Podcast YouTube: Drinks With the Girls Channel Website: www.drinkswiththegirlspodcast.com Reach Out Got a question, idea, or just want to say hi? We’re all ears. Email us anytime: drinkswiththegirlspodcast@gmail.com Connect with your hosts: ✨ Karen Shatafian – https://karenshatafian.substack.com/ ✨ Lisa Corricello-McDowell – www.nextlevellifewithlisa.com

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  Episode #115

  Why Midlife Women Should Care About the Manosphere

  Aug 4, 202642 min

  The manosphere is shaping conversations about relationships, masculinity, and feminism in ways many midlife women may not even realize. Karen and Lisa unpack the rise of this online movement with curiosity, compassion, and honesty—exploring how loneliness, social media algorithms, and outdated gender expectations are influencing young men and impacting all of us. This isn't about bashing men or fueling division. It's about making sense of a complicated cultural shift and discovering why feminism can create healthier relationships, stronger communities, and a better future for everyone. Along the way, Karen and Lisa share candid stories, challenge common myths about feminism, and discuss the emotional pull of online echo chambers that leave so many people feeling isolated and misunderstood. If you've ever wondered how today's culture is changing relationships, worried about the next generation, or simply wanted to better understand the world we're all living in, this conversation is for you. ____________________________________________________________________ ☕ What We Were Drinking: Starbucks Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso Homemade Frozen Pear Martini Links Normally we would link people we talk about on the podcast but we don’t feel like giving them any help with visibility, thank you very much. “ Adolescence ” “ Shrinking ” ____________________________________________________________________ Want your very own piece of @DrinksWithTheGirls for half the cost of one bougie cocktail per month? Enjoy exclusive bonus ad free content in After Hours. Head to Patreon and join the community! https://www.patreon.com/cw/DrinksWiththeGirlsPodcast Takeaways — What Do YOU Think? We want to hear from you! Drop your thoughts in the comments, or send us an email at drinkswiththegirlspodcast@gmail.com . Whether it's a story, a laugh, or a “yep, been there”—we love hearing how our episodes land with you. Stay Connected Follow, like, and join the conversation: Instagram: @drinkswiththegirlspod Facebook: Drinks With the Girls Podcast Pinterest: Drinks With the Girls Podcast YouTube: Drinks With the Girls Channel Website: www.drinkswiththegirlspodcast.com Reach Out Got a question, idea, or just want to say hi? We’re all ears. Email us anytime: drinkswiththegirlspodcast@gmail.com Connect with your hosts: ✨ Karen Shatafian – https://karenshatafian.substack.com/ ✨ Lisa Corricello-McDowell – www.nextlevellifewithlisa.com

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  Episode #110

  Naomi Watts’ “Dare I Say It” Book Review |The Menopause Book Everyone Should Read

  Jul 28, 202650 min

  Naomi Watts' Dare I Say It book review shines a light on the menopause conversation so many women have been waiting for. Karen and Lisa share an honest, heartfelt discussion about the fear, shame, identity shifts, and surprising freedom that can come with midlife, inspired by Naomi Watts' deeply personal story of navigating early menopause while living in the public eye. With laughter, vulnerability, and plenty of "me too" moments, they unpack the myths they wish someone had challenged sooner, the power of feeling seen, and why this season of life can become the beginning of something even better. If you're in your 40s, 50s, or beyond and looking for reassurance, real talk, and a reminder that you're not navigating menopause or midlife alone, this conversation will leave you feeling understood, empowered, and hopeful. ____________________________________________________________________ Book Review: “Dare I Say It” by Naomi Watts ☕ What We Were Drinking: Magnificent Wine Co Rose Bubbles (how do they NOT have a website ??#forreals) Hop Wtr Podcast Episodes Andrea Samadi episode HRT Episode GLP-1 Karen Baskett Episodes: Menopause and Ayurveda Living Abroad Living Abroad Pt 2 Books The Galveston Diet by Dr. Mary Claire Haver Links Dr. Mary Claire Haver Dr. Sharon Malone Dr. Kelly Casperson Dr. Jen Gunter ____________________________________________________________________ Want your very own piece of @DrinksWithTheGirls for half the cost of one bougie cocktail per month? Enjoy exclusive bonus ad free content in After Hours. Head to Patreon and join the community! https://www.patreon.com/cw/DrinksWiththeGirlsPodcast Takeaways — What Do YOU Think? We want to hear from you! Drop your thoughts in the comments, or send us an email at drinkswiththegirlspodcast@gmail.com . Whether it's a story, a laugh, or a “yep, been there”—we love hearing how our episodes land with you. Stay Connected Follow, like, and join the conversation: Instagram: @drinkswiththegirlspod Facebook: Drinks With the Girls Podcast Pinterest: Drinks With the Girls Podcast YouTube: Drinks With the Girls Channel Website: www.drinkswiththegirlspodcast.com Reach Out Got a question, idea, or just want to say hi? We’re all ears. Email us anytime: drinkswiththegirlspodcast@gmail.com Connect with your hosts: ✨ Karen Shatafian – https://karenshatafian.substack.com/ ✨ Lisa Corricello-McDowell – www.nextlevellifewithlisa.com

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  Episode #109

  Creativity as a Way Back to Yourself with Guest Anna Beij

  Jul 21, 202644 min

  There comes a moment in midlife when you look around at the beautiful life you've built and quietly wonder, Where did I go? Artist and retreat host Anna Beij joins Karen and Lisa for a deeply honest conversation about losing yourself while caring for everyone else—and the unexpected power of creativity, travel, and giving yourself permission to come home to who you've always been. Through heartfelt stories, laughter, and wisdom earned through life's twists and turns, Anna shares how she traded the life she thought she was supposed to live for one that finally felt like her own. If you're navigating an empty nest, a major life transition, or simply craving more joy, purpose, and connection, this conversation will remind you that it's never too late to rediscover yourself. Because sometimes the bravest thing a woman can do in midlife is choose herself. ____________________________________________________________________ Want your very own piece of @DrinksWithTheGirls for half the cost of one bougie cocktail per month? Enjoy exclusive bonus ad free content? Head to Patreon and join the community! https://www.patreon.com/cw/DrinksWiththeGirlsPodcast ️Guest: Ana Beij www.anabeij.com ☕ What We Were Drinking: Iced Coffee Sparkle Hops w/ homemade Strawberry Syrup Wine - Malbec Books The Heroine’s Journey by Maureen Murdock Links Poshmark

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